Job Description:

Lead Quality Inspector

We are seeking an experienced Lead Quality Inspector to join a manufacturing business in Rotherham. Reporting to the Quality Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring products meet customer requirements, engineering specifications, and quality standards, while supporting and developing inspection activities across the business.

• Carry out dimensional, visual, and functional inspections of components and assemblies.
• Ensure compliance with engineering drawings, specifications, and quality requirements.
• Use and maintain inspection equipment, ensuring calibration requirements are met.
• Complete inspection documentation and maintain accurate quality records.
• Identify and manage non-conformances, supporting corrective actions and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Assist with audits, quality documentation, and new product introduction activities.
• Work closely with Production, Engineering, Quality, customers, and suppliers to resolve quality issues.

• Proven quality inspection experience within manufacturing, engineering, or aerospace environments.
• Previous leadership, supervisory, or mentoring experience.
• Strong understanding of quality management systems (e.g. ISO 9001, AS9100).
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings.
• Experience using precision measurement and inspection equipment, including CMMs.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and organisational skills.
• Detail-oriented, proactive, and committed to continuous improvement.